Global RTD Infant Milk Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Product Type;

Standard Infant Milk, Follow-On Milk, Growing-Up Milk, and Specialty Infant Milk.

By Distribution Channel;

Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online Retailers, Pharmacies/Drugstores, and Others.

By Packaging Type;

Bottles, Cartons, Pouches, and Others.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn378450295 Published Date: January, 2025 Updated Date: February, 2025

Introduction

Global RTD Infant Milk Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global RTD Infant Milk Market was valued at USD 10781.63 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 17312.94 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.0%.

The global market for Ready-to-Drink (RTD) infant milk is a dynamic sector shaped by numerous factors, including evolving parental preferences, advancements in nutritional science, and shifts in demographic trends. As a convenient and nutritionally balanced alternative to traditional infant formula preparations, RTD infant milk offers busy parents a hassle-free feeding solution while ensuring essential nutrients for their little ones. This market segment is characterized by a diverse range of products catering to different age groups, nutritional requirements, and dietary preferences, reflecting the nuanced needs of caregivers and infants worldwide.

In recent years, the RTD infant milk market has witnessed significant growth propelled by changing consumer lifestyles and rising awareness regarding infant nutrition. With an increasing number of working parents and urbanization trends, demand for convenient and portable infant feeding options has surged, driving the adoption of RTD infant milk products. Moreover, heightened concerns regarding food safety, hygiene, and convenience have fueled the preference for pre-packaged infant milk solutions, further bolstering market expansion.

Furthermore, technological advancements and innovations in packaging and formulation have revolutionized the RTD infant milk landscape, offering improved shelf stability, nutritional fortification, and ease of consumption. From single-serve tetra packs to innovative dispensing mechanisms, manufacturers continue to invest in research and development to enhance product quality, safety, and convenience. As the global population continues to grow and consumer preferences evolve, the RTD infant milk market is poised for further innovation and expansion, presenting lucrative opportunities for manufacturers to meet the diverse needs of caregivers and infants alike.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
    3. Market Snapshot, By Packaging Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global RTD Infant Milk Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Convenience and Time-saving

        2. Increasing Working Mothers

        3. Rising Awareness of Infant Nutrition

      2. Restraints
        1. Cost Considerations

        2. Shelf-life and Storage Constraints

        3. Regulatory Compliance and Safety Concerns

      3. Opportunities
        1. Market Expansion in Emerging Economies

        2. Product Innovation and Differentiation

        3. Online Retail Channels

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Compititive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global RTD Infant Milk Market, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Standard Infant Milk
      2. Follow-on Milk
      3. Growing-up Milk
      4. Specialty Infant Milk
    2. Global RTD Infant Milk Market, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
      2. Convenience Stores
      3. Online Retailers
      4. Pharmacies/Drugstores
      5. Others
    3. Global RTD Infant Milk Market, By Packaging Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Bottles
      2. Cartons
      3. Pouches
      4. Others
    4. Global RTD Infant Milk Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Abbott Laboratories (Abbott)
      2. Danone1
      3. Mead Johnson Nutrition
      4. Nestl6
      5. Other prominent vendors
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market